| I said 'no', but then I backed down. | change your original position |
| I turned down his offer. | refuse an offer (say 'no thank you') |
| The vet put down my dog. | kill an animal which is suffering |
| My car broke down on the motorway. | stop working (machine) |
| The noise died down. | become quieter |
| He really let me down. | disappoint sb |
| I'll settle down when I'm 30. | start living a sensible, adult life |
| He should slow down. | do sth more slowly |
| The prime minister had to stand down after the scandal. | resign from a position of power |
| Please calm down. |
become less excited/angry |
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